It's Wednesday, and you know what that means – tons and tons of local news about everything from farmers market openings to stadium updates and laws that you may or may not have known about.

- I had no idea that it wasn't illegal to drive with a dog (or, as this article points out "any other animal") in your lap in Tennessee, but it is – at least for the next two weeks. After that, Fido needs to find somewhere else to sit.

- The long-abandoned Hotel Chisca on S. Main Street could be something great. Right now, though, it's an awkward, sketchy visual divider between the South Main Arts District and the downtown core. The good news is, the DMC is hoping to do something about that.

- Attention artists – the V&E Greenline's first ever art walk is looking for vendors. Also, GPAC is looking for professional / working artists to display their work at the theatre for the 2012 – 2013 season. To apply, submit your CV and digital files of your work to gpacadmin@germantown-tn.gov.

- Lastly, I've been doing a little spring cleaning around I Love Memphis this week. There's a brand new header, a new about page, an updated FAQ and the return of the I Love Memphis sign (let me know if you want your picture taken). Also, look for more guest posts from Memphians that are doing great things for the city.

Author: Holly Whitfield
I write about what’s going on with Memphis music, food, arts, events, sports, people, and culture. Memphians love Elvis and barbeque with a passion that must be seen to be believed, but there is so much more to this place. This blog aims to show that.

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Memphis in May gave all of us teams a vote to where BBQ Fest should be. Majority ruled and we chose the river. While we all LOVED Tiger Lane, the river and downtown is where the contest belongs.
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